Travelling from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun one hour ahead of Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo.
Your ZIH to CUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Handy information about Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH)
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 87% of flights that depart ZIH arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport from central Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ZIH. Whether you have an early flight from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport to Cancun Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
If you're arriving on a late Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport to Cancun Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CUN:
Grab a Cancun Airport rental car and explore Cancun and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Cancun Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Cancun. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport to Cancun Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Cancun. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Airport to Cancun Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ZIH to CUN around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a visit to Merida will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.
